SUMMARY

Since 2000, The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain has been a beacon of New Excellence in Early Childhood through grade 8 independent school education in Southern Nevada. With a deep commitment to fostering students’ intellectual, social-emotional, and physical development, Dawson prepares the next generation of leaders and lifelong learners.

The School employs exceptional faculty and staff who spark student curiosity, celebrate discovery, and inspire deep learning. To achieve this, Dawson embraces research-based best practices and emerging trends in innovation, technology, instructional design, and information services, ensuring students have the knowledge and skills necessary for an ever-changing world.

The director of digital learning & technology provides the strategic vision, leadership, and hands-on management of Dawson’s technology systems, ensuring that academic and operational technology initiatives align with and support the School’s Mission. This role requires a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who can drive innovation while maintaining the reliability and security of the School’s technology infrastructure. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the director of digital learning & technology plays a critical role in shaping and executing the School’s strategic technology goals. This individual is responsible for evaluating and implementing new technologies, ensuring a seamless digital experience for faculty, staff, and students, and developing sustainable practices for the long-term success of Dawson’s technology ecosystem.

Dawson prides itself on its modern learning environment, which is supported by a robust 1:1 laptop program and a suite of integrated digital platforms, including Finalsite for the school website, Canvas as the learning management system, and Blackbaud as the student information system. The School seeks a leader who further enhances these systems and provides innovative, user-friendly solutions that enrich teaching and learning experiences. This position requires a highly communicative, relationship-driven, and customer-service-focused leader who values collaboration and is committed to fostering a culture of digital fluency and responsible technology use throughout the community.

The director of digital learning & technology oversees two system administrators and two media specialists/librarians. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with two educational technology integrators who report to the director of academic innovation & design to ensure the seamless integration of instructional technology in classrooms. Together, these teams will continue to advance the School’s technology infrastructure and digital learning initiatives. Dawson seeks to have the director of digital learning & technology in place by July 1, 2025.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Dawson.  Applications received by March 28 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please visit:

            www.EdTechRecruiting.com/jobs/Dawson/technology

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Priority Deadline: March 28, 2025

Remote Semifinal Round: Week of April 14

On-site Final Round: Week of April 28

Decision Announced: May 5, 2025

Start Date: July 1, 2025

Reports To: Head of School

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

DUTIES

Technology Vision and Leadership

• Address the diverse needs of Dawson and its constituents; assess needs and ensure an outstanding approach toward technology for academic and administrative functions; communicate proactively to solicit and identify new opportunities to develop value-added academic and business products and services.
• Report clearly and regularly to stakeholders on progress toward objectives.
• Develop justifications and cost/benefit analyses for technology spending and initiatives. Manage substantial departmental budget and annual and long-term budget initiatives.
• Prepare and present information services plans, budgets, service-level data, objectives, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with the head of school, chief financial officer, and other stakeholders to meet strategic technology goals.
• Engage with parents and the broader school community to communicate Dawson’s philosophy and approach to technology, providing resources, workshops, and guidance to help families navigate and support their children’s digital learning experiences.

Technology Integration and Innovation*

• Collaborate with faculty and the director of academic innovation & design to enhance teaching and learning through purposeful and effective technology integration.
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging educational technologies to ensure Dawson remains at the forefront of innovative teaching and learning practices.
• Promote digital literacy and citizenship, ensuring students and faculty use technology ethically, responsibly, and effectively.
• Lead and design professional development programs that empower faculty and staff in the effective, sustainable, and intentional use of technology.
• Work closely with academic leadership to ensure that technology initiatives, including but not limited to AI integration, align with curricular objectives and enhance Dawson’s progressive approach to education.

IT Operations, Cybersecurity, & Departmental Management

• Oversee the technology team, including two system administrators and two media specialists/librarians.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of the School’s IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, software applications, and data management systems.
• Maintain a proactive approach to cybersecurity, collaborating with the director of safety & security to implement comprehensive cybersecurity and cyber safety programs.
• Develop and enforce technology policies related to security, data privacy, responsible use, and compliance with best practices in education technology.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors and contractors, including negotiating contracts, coordinating projects, and overseeing third-party support services.
• Ensure timely and effective AV and technology support for school events, meetings, and presentations.
• Foster a collaborative and service-oriented culture within the technology department, ensuring faculty, staff, and students receive the support and tools needed to succeed.
• Report to the head of school and perform other duties as assigned.

*There is an opportunity to teach a technology elective, providing students with hands-on learning in areas such as digital tools, coding, or emerging technologies, as all leadership positions in the school include teaching responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES

Professional Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required; an advanced degree is preferred
• Leadership experience in educational technology, IT management, or instructional technology, with a demonstrated ability to lead school-wide initiatives and drive change management efforts that enhance teaching, learning, and operational efficiency
• Experience developing and delivering professional development and training for educators in technology integration
• Knowledge of instructional technology tools, platforms, and best practices for integrating technology into the curriculum
• Experience supporting aspects of IT operations and enterprise data systems
• Familiarity working with third-party technology consultants and external vendors to support IT operations and infrastructure projects
• Project management experience, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives while maintaining a long-term strategic vision

Personal and Leadership Qualities

• Communication and interpersonal skills that support collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and administrators
• A passion in innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in the use of technology for teaching, learning, and school operations
• Thoughtful and strategic approach to change management, ensuring technology initiatives align with school culture and community needs
• Growth mindset, adaptability, and a proactive approach to leadership and departmental management
• Collaborative and service-focused leadership style, ensuring that technology remains a valuable asset rather than a barrier to learning
• A commitment to cultural competency, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), with the humility to lead with questions, listen actively, and learn from the experiences and perspectives of others

TO APPLY

For more information, please visit the following link, which contains the job opportunity statement and complete application instructions.

            www.EdTechRecruiting.com/jobs/Dawson/technology

About The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain

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